Fragraphilia - The Podcast

Changing up our habits this week by recording during the day as we adjust to a new schedule. In other words, we had to trade in our Manhattans for tea.

In this episode, Jeff finally finds his magnolia scent, and we go through the discover set from Le PÈRE. Spoiler alert: We love it! We also rattle off what we've been wearing as we deal with the 100 degree weather here in Texas. Oh, and then The Game.

Shout-outs to Lisa, Holly, Joseph, Tracy, and Brady.

Scents Mentioned In This Episode:
Le j...

We've kept it a bit closer to home in this installment of Fragraphilia & Friends with Dallas based Rachel Green, founder and CEO of the popular new brand L'Epoque Parfums. Find out about Rachel's remarkably fast pace from conception to launch, her desire to have fun with it along the way, and for the fans of her line, plenty of hints for what's in the works in the months to come. Oh yeah, and The Game too!

Truly a pleasure to visit with Rachel and we can't wait to share a few (or maybe just one) Manhattans with...

From start to finish, perfume to perfume, this may be our most satisfying episode we've ever recorded. It's also longer than usual but every perfume we tried was a hit and our favorite was probably the last. Or, maybe it was the first because we finally added a bottle we've been talking about for months. Regardless, every one was a winner, even during The Game

Special Request - What are your favorite goth and spooky perfumes? Email or DM us please.

Shoutout to Genevieve - @eaulalabygenevieve

Scents Mentioned In This Episode:
Heliotrope...

In this episode we discuss the new summer release of L'Epoque, the most recent from Serge Lutens, and a walk-through of Carine Roitfeld's discovery set. Which are the keepers and which are not. All that and a few winners from The Game.

Shout-outs to Chelsea from @thebeastof_gevaudan and Tracy of @invisiblestories

Scents Mentioned In This Episode:
Serotonin Spritz by L'Epoque / Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian / La Nuit Tombée by Serge Lutens / Outer Realm by Rite of Way / Carine by Carine Roitfeld / Rising Sun by Rite of Way / Aurélien by Carine Ro...

Are there perfumes you'd want backup bottles of should they ever become discontinued or limited? Thank you, Listener Lisa, for the great question. We discuss a few we'd select and whether or not it's best to just let the past be the passed. We also ordered a few vintage classics that definitely didn't disappoint. Finally, Paraphrase has a new vanilla perfume being release in early July named Vanilla Virtu that has rocketed to the top of our vanilla chart. All that and The Game.

Scents Mentioned In This Episode:
Poivre Porcelaine by Ofumum / L'Astre by Le...

It's been a wonderful couple of weeks with new and new-to-us releases from smaller niche houses. From the incredible packaging and nightlife nostalgia of El Morocco to the otherworldly influences of Rite of Way and Sorce, we've been really impressed with a number of perfumes we've been blessed to receive lately. Plus a little rant (again) about AI marketing in the perfume space and some strong contenders featured in The Game.

Perfumes Mentioned In This Episode:
L'eau de Parfum by Cirque du Soleil / Highball for Lucius B, Gala, 154, Lulu's Back In Town, and Two Cigarettes In...

Recorded after a whirlwind scent tour at Neiman Marcus and Maison Martin Margiela, we discuss the many perfumes we sampled and spritzed throughout that day before we highlight a few favorites from our cabinet and the fragrances we've worn most from the past week. All that and The Game, and oh, a special cocktail recipe that really needs a proper name.

**CORRECTION NOTES: Jeff mentioned that Quentin Bisch had become the lead perfumer at Hermes during this episode based on a rumor from 2025 that has proven to be incorrect. He apologizes to everyone involved for this misinformation**<...

Coming at you from a stormy Sunday evening that also happens to be Mother's Day, we discuss our fun meet up with Rachel from L'Epoque, shopping a new store in Dallas, and how much we're enjoying the perfumes we already own. Oh, plus The Game too.

Scents Mentioned In This Episode:
Dreams and Nightmares and Delusions of Grandeur by L'Epoque / Side Effect by Initio / Silphium by Stora Skuggan / Boswellia Scotia by Jorum Studio / L'orpheline, La Religieuse, and Chergui by Serge Lutens / Carnal Flower and Musc Ravageur by Frederic Malle / inflorescence and Immortal Oud by Byredo / Boutonniere...

An easy, breezy episode where we discuss the barn-burning piece on Glossier's You and the dreamless state of the flanker economy from Fumes on Substack. We also spend a little time sharing our excitement for the upcoming launch of El Morocco's perfume line and a little longer going through some newer houses and releases that we received hours before we recorded.

All that, and of course, The Game.

References From This Episode:
Glossier is making perfume for your high school bully - Fumes
El Morocco Perfumery
Biche World

Scents Mentioned...

In this episode we discuss a few newer releases from some of our favorite houses such as Arquiste and Eris Parfums as well as what's happening with all of this news regarding investments and buyouts of some bigger brands in beauty and fragrance. Plus, a few thoughts from Jane on how perfume has become more about being experts on notes and accords rather than creating mystique and mood.

All that, and of course, The Game.

Perfumes Mentioned:
Heliotrope by Perfumer H / Mexican Baroque (Candle), Anima Dulcis, and Nocturnailty by Arquiste / Baudelaire by Byredo / Sadonaso...

We are alive and we can smell. After a long hiatus battling illnesses that left us without two of our favorite senses, we return with a renewed love for all things perfume, and well, podcasting about it. Listen to us babble about our blind buy challenges, updated want list, and what we've been wearing. Oh, and a couple of new favorites from the game. One of which Jeff bought immediately after recording. You'll know the one.

Perfumes Mentioned:
Oud Palou by Diptyque / Burning Barbershop by DS & Durga / Absinth by Nasomatto / Bal D'Afrique by Byredo / Oudh Infini...

Hey look it's a new year and we're finally far enough along in January to release our first episode. Now that we're here, let's talk about our latest pickups, what we've been wearing, and where we see things going with trends and collecting in 2026. We even manage to find a little time to get doomerist and a bit blasphemous.

Oh, and a very strong round of The Game.

Article Reference - Why did fashion make us so mad in 2025? by Rachel Tashjian

Perfumes Mentioned In This Episode.
Sandalwood Temple by Sana Jardin...

Just popping in for an extra episode that we decided to record on the fly. Luckily we were sent a wonderful package from our good friend Caitlin**, who spoiled Jane with a bottle from her want list and several samples for us to discuss on air. Oh yeah, and The Game too, where Jane decided bomb out her nose with one of her own entries. Luckily we picked out a few good surprises as well.

**Follow Caitlin Here, Here, and Here

Perfumes Mentioned In This Episode.
Flower No 1 by Perfumer H / Carnal Flower by...

Hard charging towards the end of the year, we dive into our most worn perfumes of 2025 and then steer right into the macabre as we discuss our death bed fragrances. Like the memories that will pass before our eyes, we travel that journey through scents and perfumes.

Also, as we still live and breathe, we talk about the scents we've been wearing lately and a candle that has really burned its way into our hearts. All that and a very skin scent edition of The Game.

Perfumes, etc mentioned in this episode:
Black Spruce...

After almost a month break, government shutdowns, Halloween, and whole mess of other things, we're back and ready to talk perfumes (and apparently candles). We discuss the new release from Maison d'ETTO and they're wonderfully milky collaboration with Rodrigo Flores-Roux. We continue to Stan for Perfumer H, both perfumes and candles, and discuss a new line of candles from Sam of My World of Fragrance.

Oh yeah, and The Game...

Scents Mentioned in the Episode:
i-Dream by Maison d'ETTO / Matin Calin Comptoir by Sud Pacifique / Black Tie by Celine / Vanilla Powder by Matiere Premiere...

After taking an extra week off, we're energized and back with plenty of perfume reviews, laundry recommendations, tips on wearing natural deodorant in Texas, AI rants, and a lot of white floral talk. All that and some real winners in The Game.

Scents Mentioned In This Episode:
Flower No 1, Smoke, Rain Wood, and Heliotrope by Perfumer H / Bois Obscur and Baudelaire by Byredo /  Vanilla Powder Extrait by Matiere Premiere / Well Dressed Werewolf, Burning Barbershop, Amber Kiso, Bowmakers, and Mississippi Medicine by DS & Durga / Flaming Creature by Marissa Zappas / Diva (laundry detergent) by Tyler Candle Co / Dark F...

We're back to our normal programming and talking points with Jane celebrating the successful launch of her latest collection of paintings with a new perfume the best symolizes it. We also discuss some of the new Balenciaga collection, the magical releases from Sage and Salt, and Jeff decides that maybe you can't wear just any perfume to the bakery. Put on your boots and lets get riding 'cause it's all that, a few movie recs, and The Game.

Scents Mentioned in this Episode:
Le Dix, Extra, Incense Perfumum, Muscara, No Comment, and Twenty Four Seven by...

In our first installment of Fragraphilia & Friends, we decide to bring in some high level sophistication, grace, and the ability the properly pronounce French words. We proudly welcome the wonderful Tracy Wan to the podcast.

Throughout the episode we discuss Tracy's backstory, her upbringing, perfume-y fruits and stinky food. We also bond over her affinity for gauzy lens cinema and our shared love of Hitchcock films.

Oh, and of course, she joins us for a pretty strong round of The Game. Watch out wantlist!

Remember, friends - "You already have a no, so...

We've been so excited to discuss the newest release from Paraphrase Perfumes, Fruit Thieves, which was totally worth all the customs delays. Thanks to Josh who kindly sent it to us as a gift. We also dip our toes in the water of the ever-present topic of dupes and how they play into the manosphere and Reddit sales. As fun as that seems, most of this episode is heavy on Parfum d'Empire as we talk about a few we've been testing and really enjoying. Plus, our scents of the week and pretty solid round of The Game.

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Are we doing damage to our noses with some of these powerful aroma-chemicals? We don't know for sure, but maybe, and we discuss it a bit in this episode. We also talk about a few milk perfumes, the perfumes we're looking forward to wearing once the heat breaks, and some ways to layer Oudh Infini. And for those keeping score, you can bet on Jane mentioning L'Astre.

Oh, and a pretty solid round of The Game. That want list just keeps growing...

Scents Mentioned in this Episode:
Burrow and Fin de Siecle by Paraphrase...

After a short break from our normal recording routine, we are back and ready to ramble about the perfumes we just can't wear in this god forsaken heat, but some that we do, and others we look forward to wearing in the fall and winter. Also, Jane reveals the big winner from her perfume search from the last episode and let's just say there were some significant changes in heart.

All that and a heavy hitter edition of The Game featuring big notes of vanilla, fig, and honey.

References in this episode:
Dirty Martini...

This is an episode about a girl who has been on a quest to find her next full bottle purchase. This is also an episode about the paralysis of choice. Luckily, we have a little time, some microphones, and a few people out there willing to hear her story.

Also, The Game this week doesn't help shorten the list, that's for sure, but I think we make it out with her selections (kinda).

Movie Reference - Desert Fury (1947)

Rival Podcast Episode Reference - How did Stéle Become a Household Name on Perfume R...

We speak a bit more about brands and perfumes in general rather than specific releases this episode but we wanted to discuss design, bottles, and what piques our interest when we are shopping new houses and fragrances. Preferences that go beyond just the note list. We also discuss dabbers and our best approach at maximizing their wear in response to a listener message. Spoiler Alert - We're no help!

For The Game, I'm not sure the room has ever smelled better as we sample some classics and a couple of surprises. Seriously, it still smells great and...

In this episode we discuss a few new to us perfumes from the houses of Aedes de Venustas and Reservation, the latter being a new brand that keeps popping up on our social feeds, and we are very impressed by both. A couple even rocketed up our respective want lists. Also, Jeff is looking for some magnolia perfumes and Jane discusses a new favorite from Trudon composed by Lyn Harris back in 2017.

During The Game, we are challenged by an old world recipe, note lists that scare us a bit, and one that's probably more suited for...

We are so excited to feature one of our most favorite houses in our third edition of Fragra-Files, Régime des Fleurs. After launching in 2014, the line has expanded and evolved year over year into one of the most consistently high level luxury perfume brands on the market today. With watery roses, dewy green white florals, and sharp earthy woods, Régime des Fleurs and Alia Raza bring something unique to niche perfumery that is often classic, sometimes mysterious, and always effortlessly chic. Listen as we go through the current lineup, discuss a couple of limited Fait Main releases, an...

We're a little bit late this week despite recording earlier than usual, but hey, we're here and ready to talk want list dreams fulfilled, the new perfume from Orto Parisi, and round of The Game that goes from ice cream to peppery meat.

Cocktail Recipe - Jasmine & Cherry

I'm not going to sugarcoat it, this episode takes a bit of a somber turn again, this time around the 30 minute mark but we do manage to spend most of it talking about the fragrances we've tested, worn, and even a few we regret. The highlight, though, is a fun grab-bag version of The Game thanks to a couple of our dear friends and fellow perfume enthusiasts who were so kind to send us samples.

Danielle - @perfumeglow_danielle on Instagram
Christina with Dry Down Diaries - @drydowndiaries on Instagram and Substack

Laundry detergent...

An episode recorded with a heavy heart as we had to say goodbye to Jane's chihuahua, Jimmy Wilkins, who lived life with gusto for 17 years, most of which were in Jane's lap, arms, or bedside. We are absolutely heartbroken but extremely grateful for the years he blessed us with his giant personality and even bigger smile. Rest in power, Jimmy (2008 - 2025).

To get us through the evening, we decided to pour a couple of proper gin martinis, grab some samples for The Game, and take a tour of some of our favorite white florals from our collection...

After a week off battling colds, allergies, and then a round of colds again, we are back going through the usual run-down of new releases, new critiques, and new disappointments featuring perfumes from Marlou, DS & Durga, MFK, and Strangelove NYC. We also spend time declaring our love for Le Galion's skanky Jasmin, VioVerde by Xinu, and the Collection Privee from Houbigant. Finally, what qualifies as a dad fragrance? Listen in to find out and then stay for The Game.

We haven't been testing a lot of new perfumes or releases lately but the ones we can't keep our noses off of are from Trey Taylor's newly launched Serviette line of perfumes. There are four in total and we can't be happier for our friend of the pod which you will clearly hear as we discuss each fragrance.

We also talk a little about the Fumes substack channel and her well written and thoroughly researched post, Le Lion de Chanel - Shalimar's Dark Mirror

All that, some general chatter, and of course, The Game. All...

Hey, look at us, showing a little consistency with another episode at our regular interval. We've been smelling away, adding a few top-level wants and sentimental favorites to our collection, and lots to say about our first swap experience. We also discuss a few new releases, some exciting news from Italy, and a couple of trips down memory, sensory lane. Oh, and The Game, of course.

Bakelite heirless biopic referenced in this episode - Savage Grace

Back for another round of scents we've tried, perfumes we want, and releases that were just meh. C'est la vie as they say (but we would probably butcher in a very Texas way).

Join us as we run down the fragrances we've been wearing and a very successful round of The Game.

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Join us in Dallas at the Be Our Valentine event at the Dallas Contemporary
We'll be joining Tony from Spacy for a Fragrance Swap
Wednesday, February 12, 2025
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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Shoutout to Midnight Stinks - Read...

Welcome to Fragraphilia, 2025. Let's talk "less is more" which is what we're hoping for this year. How about we sit back, slow down a bit, and talk longer about the perfumes we really love? We're all getting tired out here jumping from new to newer thing. Save your top 10 of this and that and give us what you're wearing today and why. Churn and burn has us concerned!

Since we're sitting already, let's have a good round of The Game as well. Enjoy!

Happy holidays, everyone! We are finally back after a long hiatus, and with no dilly-dallying around, we get right to it in this episode. We discuss the latest release from Maison d'ETTO, our experience testing out some newer brands and releases her in Dallas at the Scent Room, and finally the usual rundown of our recent wears. Oh, yeah, and The Game too.

Thank you all for sticking around and listening to our back episodes. We love you!

A very special episode with our dear friend and third mic from Shingle Springs, California, Scout Dixon West. Scout, as you well know by now, has released three of the most talked about perfumes this year and we were so excited to talk about the process of creating them. Get your cowboy boots ready and pour a tall one as we discuss all three fragrances, how they came to be, and which are most popular amongst delivery folks and HVAC repair people. We also ramble as expected on what we've been wearing, Scout's current want list, and why Jeff's...

We’re a day late, and in the perfume collectors game, always a dollar short but here nonetheless. In this episode, we’re talking some of the latest new releases from Liis, Arquiste, Byredo, and Guerlain. We have some great listener emails where we try to give our thoughts on licked arms, first date perfumes, and the gray markets. Also, our featured collection this week comes from the new house of Jouissance Parfums, who are bringing powdery, vintage, and very high-minded sexy fragrances to the market. All that, and of course, The Game.

There are a lot of new releases launching right now and we're excited to discuss a few starting with a new one from Maison d'Etto as well as a tea inspired release from Aesop. We also answer a couple of listener messages and break down what we've been wearing lately. All that and The Game where Jeff finds a new favorite perfume while ruining Jane's night with another.

Detergent referenced in episode: Safely & Laundress No. 723
Surface cleaner: Neroli Leaf by Homecourt

We’re back again with our regular format. Listen along as we talk new releases, aquatics, thoughts on future releases, and some bonus French lessons from Jane. Jeff goes through a fruity oud phase while Jane brings back an old favorite for the scents we’ve been wearing lately. All that and The Game…

The long overdue second installment of Fragra-Files featuring the perfumes of Hedi Slimane's Celine. An incredible collection of extremely thoughtful and luxurious scents that are both as gorgeous as they are incredibly consistent with their through-line of orris, musk and soft woody notes. But who is the perfumer behind these compositions and why are they so focused on youthful (and slender) beauty in their inspirations? Well, we have our thoughts and discuss at length as we go through the entire collection that has become a true favorite of Fragraphilia.

Lots of talk about tea, narcissus, and two brands we really like weaving in and out of this episode. The latter being St Rose, which continues to impress us, and a new-to-us brand, Pekji out of Turkey. We also share some thoughts on a handful of samples we tested out this past week including both Odile and Odette from Gumamina.